7 EASY techniques to sharpen nail pliers at home (STEP BY STEP)

Who never went to get their nails done and came across blunt pliers? Well, know that it is very simple to get rid of this problem with materials that we can easily find at home. So, check out the best tips on how to sharpen nail pliers without spending anything and without leaving home.

1. With nail file

1. Support the nail file on one side of the blade;
2. Rub the sandpaper on the pliers repeatedly;
3. Repeat on the other blade.

This is one of the easiest and fastest techniques to sharpen nail pliers at home. Check out more details in the video below:

It is also possible to sharpen both sides at once, placing the sandpaper in the middle of the two blades. You can use either a disposable nail file or a metal nail file, which ensures a greater durability of the file.

2. Using aluminum foil

1. Cut a piece of aluminum foil, approximately the size of a sheet of sulfite;
2. Make a coxinha with your hand and roll the aluminum foil with the matte side facing up;
3. Remove from hand and knead, forming a very firm ball;
4. Cut the ball using the pliers in a light and delicate way;
5. Repeat the process until the ball is very small.

This is also a very simple way to sharpen nail pliers at home. Check out the details of the technique in the video below:

For the technique to work, it is necessary to cut the aluminum foil ball very gently, otherwise it will not sharpen. After performing the technique, remember to wash your hands to remove aluminum foil residue.

3. With the help of a file

1. Open the pliers;
2. Use the file to gently sharpen one of the blades;
3. Close the pliers and sharpen its outer part;
4. Repeat the process on the other side.

Did you see how sharpening the nail pliers with a file is very simple? The following video explains it in more detail, so watch it to get a better view of the technique.

In addition to sharpening the nail pliers, the video also shows you how to remove slack from the pliers so the blades are even. That way, you’ll have perfect pliers without having to buy a new one.

4. On the emery

1. Open the pliers;
2. Start by sharpening the inner part of the pliers on the emery, gently;
3. Then, with the pliers closed, sharpen the outer parts.

Those who have emery at home and already know how to use the equipment, will not have great difficulties in performing this technique. See how to do it in the video below.

Start with gentle movements and don’t be in a hurry, because that way you won’t risk damaging your pliers. Remember to wear safety equipment when performing this technique.

5. Using a glass jar

1. Take a glass jar with a screw-on lid and remove the lid;
2. Position the open pliers on the upper side of the pot;
3. Make light opening and closing movements with the pliers;
4. Repeat the technique until the pliers are sharp.

The following video shows techniques on how to sharpen nail pliers already seen here, with the nail file and aluminum foil. Go ahead and see the step by step to perform the glass pot technique.

Have some material close to you that you can test the pliers on, so you repeat the procedure until it is sharp enough.

6. With needle

1. Preferably use a thick needle;
2. Rub the inside of the blades on the needle repeatedly, up and down;
3. Repeat until the pliers are sharpened.

The video below shows exactly how to move the pliers on the needle so that the result is satisfactory, check it out:

The technique can also be used to sharpen scissors. Test it while grinding to get the desired result.

7. Using hammer and file

1. Position the pliers firmly and tap the tip of the pliers with the hammer until it is straight;
2. Take the file and rub it straight on the blades of the pliers;
3. Repeat until you get the desired result.

Remember to keep your hand very steady so that accidents do not occur when sharpening the pliers. Watch the video below to see the technique better:

In addition to sharpening the blades, this technique is ideal for when the pliers have fallen and are bent. That way, you’ll have straight and sharp nail pliers like new without spending a penny.

Did you like our tips on how to sharpen nail pliers? You will certainly be able to reproduce some of these techniques at home. Now, also learn how to make your nails perfect with practical tips.